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Australian govt responds quickly to TR4 confirmation in Queensland
The Australian Federal Government has pledged funding and expert staff to support the Panama Disease TR4 containment effort.
March 17 , 2015
South Africa suspends citrus shipments to Spain
Justin Chadwick says Spain's methodology for identifying CBS in citrus imports is "clearly a big concern".
March 17 , 2015
Australia: Panama Disease TR4 confirmed in Queensland
The head of the Australian Banana Growers' Council says although the detection of Panama Disease Tropical Race 4 is a 'substantial challenge', he is confident it's one the industry can successfully meet.
March 16 , 2015
Nadorcott case against Tango just a delay tactic, says Eurosemillas
Spanish growers have been undeterred by calls not to plant the seedless Tango mandarin variety, with demand outstripping supply.
March 16 , 2015
Costa Rica recognizes first carbon neutral banana farm
A Costa Rican banana farm hopes its eco-friendly practices will serve as an example to the industry.
March 16 , 2015
African seed library could help lift nations out of poverty
The African Seed Access Index is starting out in South Africa, Kenya, Uganda and Zimbabwe, with plans to cover 20 countries in the continent.
March 16 , 2015
Medina sees "big future" for Peruvian avocados in China, Japan
Peru's ProHass president expects some 5,000MT of avocados will be shipped to two new Asian markets this season.
March 16 , 2015
Honduras: Finca Tropical responds to anti-union allegations
A banana supplier to Chiquita has defended its labor record following recent criticisms from FESTAGRO.
March 16 , 2015
NZ: Seeka says packhouse fire shoudn't impact on 'operational performance'
Seeka's insurance claim following a packhouse fire has been accepted.
March 16 , 2015
Industry veteran to head up Capespan South Africa
A former head of the Fresh Produce Exporters’ Forum (FPEF) will join Capespan South Africa as managing director in May.
March 13 , 2015
